Why have your wedding photos after your wedding? Wedding photography Rococo gardens Cotswolds

I love the more unusual wedding and non traditional wedding ideas. It's becoming more common to have your offical marriage one day, and then a party or reception some time later.

Caitlin & Jamie had a very intimate wedding of just the two of them at a local registry office, but wanted to have some professional photos still in their wedding attire. They booked me to capture some wedding photos a few days after their offical marriage at the stunning Rococo Gardens in the Cotswolds. I adore this venue, its full of so many gorgeous spots, and made the perfect backdrop for wedding photos.

So why do it this way? Firstly; there are no rules with weddings - you can do them however you like and however suits you both as a couple.

Having your wedding photos after your day means less stress - you are already married, you don't need to worry about timings, having to do the rounds with all your guests and sticking to a timeline. This also means more time to relax into being photographed, time for more locations for photos, and simply more photos in general. There's more freedom with a post-wedding shoot too; this couple also brought along their daughter for some intimate family photos, which may not have worked on a full wedding day, as they can be very overwhelming and tiring for babies and children.

You can also relive/extend your wedding celebrations! Everyone will tell you that weddings go quickly, so getting dressed up again and experiencing those special moments together is a beautiful idea to extend the celebration.

Their shoot was simply stunning, and it was so hard to pick just a few, but here are some of their highlights:

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Venue: Rococo Garden

Photographer: Charlotte Sams

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5 Reasons to Have Your Post-Wedding Photography at Rococo Gardens, Cotswolds

If you want a beautiful, relaxed setting for post-wedding photos, Rococo Gardens in the Cotswolds is an inspired choice. These gardens combine sweeping views, colourful backdrops, and peaceful surroundings that make it easy to create timeless, romantic images without the rush of a wedding day schedule.

1. A unique and historic setting. Rococo Gardens is unlike any other garden in the Cotswolds. Designed in the 1700s, it blends formal structure with natural charm. Ornate follies, elegant arches, and hidden pathways give you endless options for creative photography. Every turn reveals a new texture, colour, or backdrop that adds character to your images.

2. Perfect for relaxed, natural photos. After the wedding, you’re free from time pressures and guests waiting on you. That calm energy always translates into photos that feel genuine and effortless. You can wander the gardens, laugh, and reconnect while your photographer captures the moments naturally.

3. Seasonal beauty all year round. No matter when you visit, the gardens offer something stunning. Spring brings blossoms and wildflowers, summer is full of vibrant colour, autumn offers warm golden tones, and even winter has structure and atmosphere with its frosty landscapes. It’s a location that photographs beautifully in every season.

4. Privacy and peaceful surroundings. Rococo Gardens is peaceful and spacious, giving you plenty of room to explore without crowds. This privacy allows you to relax and enjoy the moment, which helps create intimate, emotive portraits that feel completely authentic.

5. A Cotswolds gem for timeless images. Nestled near Painswick, Rococo Gardens perfectly captures the charm and elegance of the Cotswolds. The soft light, sweeping views, and garden architecture combine to create photos that look classic yet modern. It’s the ideal setting if you want your post-wedding shoot to feel calm, romantic, and full of understated beauty.

Why it works. A post-wedding shoot at Rococo Gardens gives you space to slow down, celebrate your connection, and capture the kind of portraits that often aren’t possible on the wedding day itself. Surrounded by nature and history, it’s the perfect backdrop for photographs that feel timeless, personal, and full of emotion.